Vientiane: The Tourism Promotion Department under the Ministry of Information, Culture, and Tourism organized a media trip for Lao and Thai journalists to explore tourist attractions in the central provinces of Khammuan and Savannakhet.
According to Lao News Agency, Mrs. Manisakhone Thammavongsay, Director General of the Tourism Promotion Department, stated that the media trip, scheduled for January 25-30, aims to promote tourism in Laos. The initiative allows journalists from both countries to experience well-known attractions in Khammuan and Savannakhet. These provinces, which border Thailand, are accessible due to convenient transport infrastructure, making it easy for tourists to visit and engage in different activities.
The programme offered Lao and Thai journalists the chance to experience adventure tourism, eco-tourism, and lifestyle tourism. They visited historical and natural attractions such as Sikhottabong Stupa, Tham Phanong Pafa, Nong Pa Seuam in Thakhek, Phouphaman, Khunkongleng, Xebang Fai Cave, Xienglu Waterfall, Inhang Stupa, Ho Tai Pidok Library, and Monkey Forest.
Mrs. Manisakhone took the opportunity to invite Thai tourists to explore Laos, particularly highlighting the central provinces of Khammuan and Savannakhet. These areas are centrally located and well connected to neighboring countries by land, air, and water transport infrastructure.